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At Glendalough Distillery we progressively-craft luxury spirits in the Wicklow Mountains, in Ireland. We hope these spirits evoke a sense of place through their depth of flavour as they are an expression of what we love about these mountains.

Glendalough is also home to a 6th century settlement founded by St Kevin, the man on our bottle, who turned his back on a life of wealth and privilege in search of something more meaningful. After years of exploring the Irish wilderness Kevin came across the majestic valley he would come to call home. He went on to dedicate his life to nature and taking the path less travelled.

One day he arrived at the deep, isolated valley of Glendalough. He stood with his arms outstretched, marveling at its beauty. A blackbird landed on his hand and laid her eggs. He took it as a sign, a test of his resolve. So, there he stood, steadfast, day and night until the eggs hatched and the birds fledged. This story, and many others about Kevin, drew people from all over Ireland to the valley

Over time this beautiful valley nestled in the Wicklow mountains of Ireland formed the historical and culturally rich valley that is Glendalough today.

Botanicals
To make our gins, wild plants from the mountains around the distillery are hand-picked each day. What’s foraged is brought back to the distillery within hours. They are painstakingly slow distilled to tease out delicate flavours, in tiny batches of less than 250 litres. The cut-points are decided batch by batch, by smell and taste (never timed or automated) as if each batch is the first.

Born on the back streets of Shanghai, the hustle and bustle charm of the world’s biggest trading port was the perfect inspiration from a more adventurous gin.

The name Peddlers was inspired by Shanghai’s traditional street culture that still exists today. Since 2018, the production of gin has started. The organic botanicals are foraged from locations such as Sichuan, Yunnan and Gansu for a distinctively Eastern flavour unlike any other gin.
JUNIPER BERRIES, SICHUAN PEPPER, and BUDDHA’S HAND are the most interesting botanicals.

BARREL AGED SHANGHAI GIN

SALTED PLUM GIN

PEDDLERS SHANGHAI GIN

New look, same timeless blend.

The new Hennessy V.S.O.P’s iconic silhouette has envolved, with an uninterrupted, harmonious line that traces the outside of the bottle. The revisited Armé is engraved on the bottle, surrounded by two half circles as shield.

The new pedestal delicately reflects light, creating the illusion of a drop of the precious cognac in the center.

The new bottle stopper unveils an elegant sustainable cork made of natural wood. New eye-catching Hennessy red color of the giftbox and its non-coated paper for a softer touch.

Santa Margherita

Santa Margherita Winery was founded in 1935 in the countryside of Italy’s Veneto region, where founder Gaetano Marzotto named the winery after his beloved wife.

Currently, 28.4 million bottles of wine are produced annually and exported to 95 countries and 5 continents. From growing grapes to bottling, they use environmentally friendly and least harmful methods at every stage, making them stand out among other brands. It is also the first brand to make white wine from brown-skinned Pinot grigio grapes.

Lamole di Lamole

Chianti Classico wines are produced exclusively in Tuscany’s central region and are identified by a special sticker. Located at 200-600 meters above sea level on a variety of soils and with hot days and cool nights, Chianti Classico wine is made from Sangiovese grapes.

The Lamole di Lamole vineyard began in 1945 with the first planting of 110 vines and is distinguished by its altitude of 650 meters above sea level. Unlike other producers of similar products, Lamole di Lamole produces wines using traditional methods.

“MSM Betastar” LLC is the official distributor of Moët Hennessy, Diageo, Brown-Forman, Red-Bull, Ocean Spray, Lucas Bols, Fever-Tree, Mark Anthony, Flor de Cana, and Bellenda, distributing over 180 well-known luxurious brands such as Hennessy, Moët&Chandon, Jack Daniel’s, Johnnie Walker through the Sour liquor shop and MSM Betastar delivery application.
To ensure the safety of beverages during the national holiday season, we are presenting the following tips to avoid buying counterfeit products from unknown sources.

QUALITY ASSURANCE STAMP

COUNTERFEIT BOTTLE AND LOT NUMBER

When purchasing any beverage product, always check that the lid is intact and does not show any signs of being damaged or opened. Also, the plug stickers and seals must be of good quality.
Product brand labels must be printed in high quality, crisp, and clear, and if it is blurry or misspelled, it is likely to be a counterfeit product.
The LOT number is laser printed on the bottom of the packaging of each beverage bottle. On all genuine packaging, brand owners print the LOT number, which allows them to track the product’s origin and date of manufacture.

It should be noted that the counterfeit products with has same LOT number are removed on purpose and suppressed to prevent the possibility of re-use and traceability on the bottle.

Also, for high alcohol volume products, the bottle is sometimes with or without a bottle measure pourer for controlling the amount of liquid, which varies depending on the intended use (catering, events) by the manufacturer of the product.
“MSM Betastar” LLC is officially distributing over 180 well-known, genuine brands such as Hennessy, Moet&Chandon, Jack Daniel’s, Johnnie Walker through the Sour liquor shop and MSM Betastar delivery application.

We offer the service of purchasing and ordering delivery of more than 180 types of world-famous brand products officially supplied by “MSM Betastar” LLC through the “MSM Betastar” application and “Sour” liquid food department store.

Since the beginning of the 18th century, in France, the Bouton family has dedicated itself to the noble art of distillation, enriching with formulas and secrets a precious notebook destined to be handed down from generation to generation: the Bouton Recipe Book.

The success of their spirits was such that they earned the title of suppliers to the imperial house of Napoleon I. With the fall of the regime, the most talented of the heirs, Jean Bouton, decides to undertake a long journey to Italy, bringing with him the famous family recipe book.

More than a hundred years later, in 1939, the company chose to enhance the Italian personality of the product and renamed it Vecchia Romagna Buton Brandy.

In 1999 the company was acquired by Gruppo Montenegro which, through the commercial success and the renovation of the historic production plant, gave new life to the business, making it a flagship of the Italian liquor industry.

The History of Tequila
The Aztecs first used the agave plant to make a drink called pulque. This drink was made by fermenting the sap of the agave plant, and it was used for religious and ceremonial purposes. When the Spanish conquistadors arrived in Mexico, they began to make their own version of pulque, which they called mezcal. Mezcal was made with the same agave sap, but it was distilled, and it quickly became popular among the Spanish settlers.
Tequila was first produced in the 16th century in the town of Tequila, which is located in the state of Jalisco. The first tequila distillery was built by the Marquis of Altamira. Tequila was originally made with a type of agave known as Blue Weber Agave (agave azul). This variety of agave is still used to make tequila today.

How is Tequila Crafted
Tequila is a distilled beverage made from the blue agave plant. The drink is typically composed of 40% – 60% alcohol by volume (80 – 120 proof) and is made in Mexico. Tequila is made from the heart of the agave plant, which is called the piña. The piña is roasted above-ground in an oven and then shredded or grounded into a pulp. Then, the pulp is mixed with water and yeast and fermented in large vats for two to three weeks. After fermentation, the mixture is distilled two or three times to produce the final product.

NEW PRODUCT | VOLCAN DE MI TIERRA
BEFORE TEQUILA WAS A DRINK IT WAS A VOLCANO

Volcan de mi tierra’s true beginnings date back over 200,000 years, when the “tequila” volcano erupted, and nourished the soil of the jalisco region in Mexico.

Volcan de mi tierra, which translates into “land of the volcano”, embodies a celebration of provenance and legacy.
Volcan de mi tierra harmonizes 300 years of passion and entrepreneurship, joining the gallardo family’s heritage and deep mexican roots with moët hennessy’s commitment to craftsmanship and savoir faire.

BLANCO
CRISP FLAVORS FROM THE HEART OF THE AGAVE.
Volcan de mi tierra blanco blends the herbal, citrus and spicy indicative of the lowlands with fruity notes like cherry and pear from the highlands. Its taste combines sweet agave notes with delicate hints of grapefruit and a touch of black pepper spice, resulting in a well-balanced finish.

CRISTALINO
AGED TEQUILA WITH AN UNPRECEDENTED COMPLEXITY.
We pushed the boundaries of aging tequila by blending añejo and extra-añejo. Then we removed the color and the most prominent wooden notes to keep the crisp flavor of the agave.
Volcan de mi tierra cristalino is a fusion of tobacco, dried fruits, chocolate, caramel, vanilla, and cooked agave aromas in this unique and elegant style.
It unveils, its best aromas sipped neat or savored chilled on the rocks.

THE NEW WAVE OF REFRESHMENT
Sparkling water with alcohol and a hint of natural flavours

What is hard seltzer?
Seltzer water is carbonated water that contains no CO2 but is infused with less alcohol, making HARD SELTZER an alcohol-containing beverage.
Hard Seltzer, or hard sparkling water (carbonated water with alcohol), is a low-calorie drink popular among health-conscious individuals, especially in the U.S. It contains fewer carbohydrates, and its alcohol content is lower compared to other types of alcoholic beverages. HARD SELTZER’s alcohol content typically ranges between 4-5%, much lower than most alcoholic beverages.

In 1993, Australia’s Two Dogs introduced an alcoholic lemon-flavored drink that was marketed as refreshing and low in sugar. This was followed by brands like Hooper’s Hooch, Mike’s Hard Lemonade, which became popular.

White Claw Hard Seltzer is gluten-free, with natural flavors, containing very few calories and less sugar. One serving contains only 2 grams of sugar, making it a light and refreshing choice for health-conscious consumers.
If you are seeking a healthier beverage choice, White Claw Hard Seltzer is the ideal option for you.

McLAREN RACING AND JACK DANIEL’S ANNOUNCE LIMITED EDITION TENNESSEE WHISKEY BOTTLE

LIMITED EDITION BOTTLE
The limited edition bottle features McLaren’s distinctive papaya colourway, and a customised label and packaging.

In celebration of Jack Daniel’s partnership with McLaren Formula 1 team, fans now have the opportunity to own a piece of brand history – in a bottle. This limited edition bottle design for Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey commemorates the two pioneering founders behind each of these iconic brands – Mr. Jack Daniel himself and Bruce McLaren.
This limited edition bottle will be available in select Formula 1 race cities across the globe as early as May 2023

The two brands use the partnership to celebrate their rich histories, shared ambition to innovate, and to provide exciting and unique activations for their fans. To mark the 2023 Australian Grand Prix, Jack Daniel’s launched the Papaya Pit-Stop, a cocktail inspired by the McLaren F1 Team, at a renowned Melbourne rooftop bar.

BRINGING TWO ICONIC BRANDS TOGETHER
Jack Daniel’s and McLaren Racing announced a multi-year partnership making Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey an Official Partner of the McLaren Formula 1 Team beginning in 2023. Jack Daniel’s has over 155 years of heritage in crafting whiskey and will enter Formula 1 for the first time with McLaren to evolve its global presence and reach new consumers.

McLaren & Jack Daniel’s
Official 2023 Partship.